Tomato Tart

While I love a classic tomato salad, my favorite way to use in-season summer tomatoes just might be in this tomato tart. Sharp and tangy feta, a flaky crust, and sweet tomatoes combine for a tart that has the taste of summer in every bite. It’s the perfect easy-to-make appetizer that will impress all of your friends at your dinner party or happy hour. Seriously—it only requires a few simple ingredients, and is ready in a little under an hour (with very little prep time). Here’s everything you need to know:

How To Make A Tomato Tart

INGREDIENTS

• Tomatoes: I love to use heirloom tomatoes in this tart to not only add some beautiful color, but to welcome in delicious levels of tartness and sweetness. Feel free to mix up your varieties of tomatoes to create more of an eye-catching display!
• Puff Pastry: I use store-bought puff pastry, which delivers on that buttery, flaky crust we’re looking for without the fuss of making your own crust. If you are looking to make your own crust, try out our tomato galette next, which uses our best-ever pie crust.
• Feta: Crumbled feta adds a tangy, sharp bite to this tart that goes perfectly with the sweet and juicy tomatoes. You can skip it if you’re avoiding dairy, but it won’t pack quite as much flavor.
• Red Onion: Thinly sliced red onion also helps to add a sharp bite and a more interesting texture.
• Red Pepper Flakes: I like to add just a pinch of red pepper flakes for a tiny kick of heat—feel free to adjust based on your spice level.
• Egg: Before baking, we’re brushing the edges of our puff pastry with an egg wash. I’m using the whole egg to create the wash, which is our team’s favorite kind of egg wash to use.
• Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil on top of the tart after baking helps to elevate all of our flavors, and adds some moisture. Use your favorite brand, or consult our list of the best (and worst!) olive oil brands.
• Basil: Some basil leaves on top add freshness and that signature basil flavor, but you can skip it if you don’t have any.

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

First, preheat your oven to 400°, arranging a rack in the center. After thinly slicing your tomatoes, arrange them on a paper towel-lined baking sheet, then generously season both sides with salt. Let them sit for at least 10 minutes, then pat dry with paper towels before moving on. This will eliminate excess moisture from our tomatoes, preventing a soggy tart.

Then, spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray, and unfold your puff pastry onto the sheet. Use a fork to prick it all over, but make sure to leave a ½” border around the edges. Layer your tomato slices, overlapping as needed to avoid the designated border. Top with your onion, feta, and red pepper flakes, then season well with salt and pepper.

After preparing your egg wash, brush the edges of the puff pastry, then bake the tart until the pastry is golden. This should take around 40 minutes. Once done, drizzle with a bit of olive oil (don’t go overboard here, you can always add more later), then top with fresh basil and serve!

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Recipe Tips

• Have leftover tomatoes? If you still have tomatoes leftover, make this Southern tomato pie next! Or you can toss together a fresh panzanella for the ultimate summer side.
• Not a feta fan? No problem—make our colorful tomato and brie tart instead!
  

What To Serve With A Tomato Tart

This flaky tart goes perfectly with a fresh green salad, like our arugula salad or sheet-pan panzanella, or with veggie sides like roasted asparagus or our garlic-Parmesan roasted carrots. Want to turn this savory tart into a brunch star? Serve it alongside creamy scrambled eggs or bacon, egg, and cheese rollups for a filling start to your day.

Storage

This is best enjoyed the day it’s served, but if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for around 3 days.